Coggins

Bedford, Tennessee· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Coggins is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
NID IDTN00308

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 2, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

COGGINS, LORETTA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coggins?

Coggins is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Coggins?

Coggins is owned by COGGINS, LORETTA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Coggins?

Coggins serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Coggins last inspected?

Coggins was last inspected on May 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.